Reproductive Freedom Now.

This week, we’re kicking off a deep dive series, beginning with a look at the reproductive justice movement and how you can get involved… [Black Voters Matter logo]( Friend, This week, we’re kicking off a deep dive series, beginning with a look at the reproductive justice movement and how you can get involved… What’s the current situation? Nearly 50 years ago, Roe v. Wade gave childbearing people the fundamental right to choose whether to have abortions without excessive government restrictions. Just two weeks ago, millions across our country were stripped of this fundamental right.  The SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe was the outcome of a case considering the constitutionality of a 2018 Mississippi law that banned most abortions after 15 weeks, known as Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.  This decision has particularly dire consequences for Black lives and those in Southern states, who’ve already felt the impact of trigger laws that have either outright banned abortions or set the stage for them for them to be in the coming weeks. Three states - South Dakota, Louisiana, and Kentucky already have bans on most abortions in place.  Even more alarming, the court has signaled that they will not stop at reproductive rights, with Judge Clarence Thomas indicating that everything from access to contraception to marriage equality should be reconsidered by the court. What is Black Voters Matter Doing? We are devastated by the SCOTUS decision, and the callous attitude it conveys toward childbearing people in this country. After two years of fighting to protect voting rights - another freedom all Americans have a right to - we know that conservative courts and legislators will stop at nothing to dismantle our rights.  Which is why we’re redoubling our efforts to mobilize, get out the vote, and help communities to use their power to enact change.  This response will require more than conventional politics. If we are forced to organize to expand or change the courts to protect the lives of childbearing people, then that is what we will do. We are not afraid to take the streets and to stir up some good trouble. Just last week, our co-founder LaTosha Brown [marched in solidarity with Planned Parenthood]( and other Black and Brown organizers.  We stand firmly with the organizations doing the crucial, lifesaving work to fight for abortion access. Together, we will continue the call on all levels of government - including the Biden administration to take execution action to protect this fundamental right. Click to see BVM co-founder LaTosha Brown marching with Planned Parenthood   How Can I Get Involved? When you’re ready to join the fight to protect our rights, here are several ways you can get involved:  - Mobilize. There is nothing more powerful than a community coming unifying in a common cause. If you want to learn more about where and how Black Voters Matter is organizing on the ground, [download our Empower app.]( - Support Local Abortion Funds. Local abortion funds help childbearing people access abortions. These grassroots serve the needs of their communities and are on the frontlines of fighting to protect abortion. [Use this helpful resource](to find abortion funds in your state and consider donating, volunteering or spreading awareness. - Support BVM’s work. We organize 365 days a year to build power and protect fundamental rights. With a network of Black organizers, we’re organizing and mobilizing across the South to push back on legislators who seek to strip us of our rights. If you believe in our mission you can [donate here.](   JOIN THE MOVEMENT [Support voter engagement and capacity-building through our 501c3]( [Support voter mobilization and political advocacy through our 501c4]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Tumblr]( [Black Voters Matter logo]( Black Voters Matter Fund is dedicated to expanding Black voter engagement and increasing progressive power through movement-building and engagement. Working with grassroots organizations, specifically in key states in the South, BVMF seeks to increase voter registration and turnout, advocate for policies to expand voting rights/access, and help develop infrastructure where little or none exists to support a power-building movement that keeps Black voters and their issues at the forefront of our election process. For more information, please visit our [website](. Sent via [ActionNetwork.org](. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Black Voters Matter Fund, please [click here](.